The Happy Lion (Puffin Picture Books)

Fatio, Louise

ISBN 10: 0140500022 / ISBN 13: 9780140500028

Published by Puffin, 1970

Most items will be dispatched the same or the next working day. A copy that has been read but remains in clean condition. All of the pages are intact and the cover is intact and the spine may show signs of wear. The book may have minor markings which are not specifically mentioned. A few small stains. Seller Inventory # rev2841082282

Synopsis:

The lion at the little French zoo is a favorite of all the townspeople. Every day they stop by to feed him tidbits and say, -Bonjour, Happy Lion.- Naturally, when the lion finds his door open, he decides it would only be proper to visit all his friendly neighbors in return. But, wait--sacre bleu! Why is everyone fleeing in terror?
-Louise Fatio's timeless tale about friendship still sparkles and Roger Duvoisin's elegant illustrations are as engaging as ever in this 50th Anniversary edition.- --School Library Journal

About the Author: Louise Fatio collaborated with her famous illustrator husband, Roger Duvoisin, on The Happy Lion, one of the most beloved stories of the mid-20th century. Long unavailable, it was reissued in a hardcover edition to celebrate its 50th anniversary in 2004. She was born in Switzerland in 1904 and died in New Jersey in 1993.
Roger Duvoisin, a Caldecott Medal winner, wrote and illustrated 40 books, including those featuring Veronica the conspicuous hippopotamus and Petunia the silly goose. He collaborated with his wife, Louise Fatio, on nine more Happy Lion stories. He was born in Switzerland in 1904 and died in New Jersey in 1980.

Bibliographic Details

Title: The Happy Lion (Puffin Picture Books)
Publisher: Puffin
Publication Date: 1970
Binding: Soft cover
Condition: Good